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Daytime Incidents Prompt Increased Patrols Near Sam Ridley Parkway Kroger

Apr 04, 2026 at 01:53 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — The Smyrna Police Department is alerting residents to a series of suspicious encounters reported near the Kroger store on Sam Ridley Parkway, with incide.... Read More

Plea Hearing Set for Trio Charged in Deadly Rutherford County Attempted Robbery

Apr 03, 2026 at 03:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — Three individuals who were arrested and believed to be tied to a murder that took place 2-years ago are expected to appear in court later this.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County Library Director Fired Over Refusal to Relocate LGBTQ+ Books (With Audio)

Apr 01, 2026 at 12:09 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO – After exactly 120 days on the job, Luanne James was terminated as the Executive Director of the Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) during a contentio.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Warn of MORE Scammers Posing as Police Chief and DMV Officials

Mar 31, 2026 at 10:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Fraud detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department are warning residents about two separate scams circulating in the area&mda.... Read More

Rutherford County Leading Majority of Counties in New Home Construction as National Housing Shortage Persists

Mar 30, 2026 at 12:32 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A new study released by Construction Coverage is shedding light on a widening gap between housing trends in Tennessee and across the United States, a.... Read More

Rutherford County Library Director Defies Library Board - Refuses Order to Relocate Books (With Audio from Public Comments)

Mar 20, 2026 at 02:18 pm by WGNS News

    UPDATED: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) is currently embroiled in a significant dispute over intellectual freedom followin.... Read More

From Digital Safety to "Pancake" the Dog: A Day in the Life of a Rutherford County SRO

Mar 19, 2026 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – School Resource Officer (SRO) Chad Dodson, a 17-year veteran of the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, shared insights into the.... Read More

Rapid Growth Pushes Rutherford County Schools Into Nation’s Top 80 Largest Districts

Mar 19, 2026 at 02:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Enrollment across Rutherford County Schools continues to climb, with district leaders noting that the most rapid growth is now being seen at t.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Warns of Traffic Ticket Text Scam Targeting Drivers

Mar 18, 2026 at 12:39 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a traffic ticket scam circulating via text message that false.... Read More

Rutherford County Man’s Appeal Rejected in 2018 Fatal Hotel Shooting Case

Mar 18, 2026 at 07:11 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) — On Tuesday, the Tennessee appeals court has dismissed the appeal of a Rutherford County man convicted on weapons and evidence tampering charg.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks Among Most Dangerous States for Weekend Night Driving, Study Finds

Mar 17, 2026 at 04:08 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE — A new analysis of national crash data shows that Tennessee ranks among the most dangerous states in the country for fatal motor vehicle crashes occurring dur.... Read More

Pump Shock: Tennessee Gas Prices Rise to $3.34/gal and Diesel is at $4.92/gal While California Drivers Cry Into Their Gas Tanks

Mar 16, 2026 at 05:16 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) — Tennessee drivers received another reminder this week that the gas pump remains one of the most reliable ways to experience emotional di.... Read More

Rutherford County Sees Major Drop in Overdose Deaths as Opioid Fight Shows Results

Mar 16, 2026 at 01:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — After once being identified as a regional hotspot during the height of the opioid epidemic, Rutherford County is now showing signs of progress, repo.... Read More

Missed Grand Jury? Probably Not — Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam Using Official Number

Mar 16, 2026 at 09:41 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — In what could best be described as the latest attempt by scammers to separate people from their money, criminals are now spoofing the Rutherfo.... Read More

UPDATE: TBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Following Road Rage Call in Smyrna

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — An investigation is underway after a road rage call in Smyrna escalated into an officer-involved shooting late Thursday morning, leaving one suspect woun.... Read More

Tennessee Still Among Top 10 States for Marijuana Possession Arrests Despite Decline

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:05 pm by WGNS Radio News

TENNESSEE — A new national analysis shows Tennessee remains among the top states in the country for marijuana possession arrests, despite a steady decline in enforcement.... Read More

Jacob Anders Announces Run for U.S. Congress in Tennessee’s 4th District

Mar 09, 2026 at 09:01 pm by WGNS News

TULLAHOMA, TN (Press Release) — Tullahoma resident and community advocate Jacob Anders has officially announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives, re.... Read More

Smyrna Man Indicted on First-Degree Murder Charges Following Father’s Death

Mar 09, 2026 at 03:02 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Rutherford County grand jury has handed down a first-degree murder indictment against a 36-year-old man in connection with the January death of his fa.... Read More

Rutherford County Gas Prices Climb Above $3 as Crude Oil Surge

Mar 09, 2026 at 11:59 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Gas prices are climbing again across Tennessee, with the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded now sitting at $3.09 in Rutherford Cou.... Read More

State Concludes Review of Rutherford County Property Assessments, Finds Office in Compliance

Mar 06, 2026 at 03:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A multi-year state review of property assessments in Rutherford County has officially concluded, with the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office conf.... Read More